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Apr 30, 2026
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Oil Prices Surge Above $126 Amid Rising Prospects of Military Escalation Against Iran in 2026
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In April 2026, Brent crude prices soared to $126.41 per barrel following reports that the U.S. is considering military strikes against Iran to break the nuclear negotiation deadlock. With WTI crude hitting $110.08, market fears of a prolonged blockade of the Strait of Hormuz have intensified. Analysts warn that the escalating geopolitical tensions in the Gulf are driving energy prices to their highest levels since 2022, threatening global supply stability throughout 2026.
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